Washington DC Travel and Adventure Expo 2013

May 8, 2013.

On March 9th and 10th 2013, a group of 9 Tibetans representing different regions of the greater Tibetan area attended the Wahington DC Travel and Adventure Expo (www.adventureexpo.com). Before the show, they met with international booking agents in New York City, and gave presentations on their companies and specific activities they offer. At the show, they promoted their own companies and tours, and also provided visitors to the booth with an education about traveling in Tibetan areas.

After visiting New York City and Washington DC, the group traveled to the world’s first National Park, Yellowstone. From March 12th-17th the group explored the Northern Range of Yellowstone, getting an introduction to the Great Yellowstone Ecosystem, and even having an amazing with Yellowstone’s famous Lamar Vally wolf-pack. In addition to visiting local eco-lodges, they also went on a dog-sledding trip in Tom Miner Basin, with several of them actually “driving” their own dog-sleds. After the trip local eco-tourism operator Jason Matthews spoke to the group about the challenges and benefits of ecotourism in the region.

Travel to the shores of a stunning turquoise lake, visit nomads herding yaks and sheep, and picnic in blooming yellow flower fields. Take short hikes to catch breathtaking views of the natural scenery and watch herds of wild antelope gallop across the plains. Visit remote monasteries nestled in the sides of mountains and travel to the holiest and most beautiful snow mountain in Amdo.